On Wednesday 20 March, members of the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN) approved agreements with the Council of the EU on two texts included in the maritime safety package: port State control and compliance with flag State requirements (see EUROPE B13359A13).
With 34 votes in favour and 1 abstention, the MEPs validated the agreement that will ensure clarity and consistency with international rules and procedures for port State control, in particular those...